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Georges Abi Abdallah

Georges Abi Abdallah

Physical Security
Kuwait City,KU

Summary

I Am a security professional with over 10 years of experience in managing security operations and personnel in various settings, such as hotels, sites, and training and development. Have a proven track record of designing and implementing effective security policies, procedures, and protocols that ensure the safety and security of people, assets, and information. Have also successfully delivered and evaluated security training progrAms and activities that enhance the security knowledge, skills, and performance of staff and customers. Have strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as a solid knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies. Am looking for a challenging and rewarding position that will allow to utilize security expertise and skills to contribute to the security goals and objectives of the organization.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Security Training & Development Manager

FIST Security & Safety
Kuwait
05.2023 - Current

Responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs and activities that enhance the security knowledge, skills, and performance of the staff and organization. Also, in charge of managing the security training budget, resources, and staff. Some of responsibilities are:

  • Conducting security training needs analysis and developing training plans and curricula based on organizational goals and objectives.
  • Creating and implementing various security training programs and methods, such as online courses, workshops, simulations, exercises, drills, and assessments
  • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and impact of security training programs and activities on staff performance, behavior, and satisfaction.
  • Providing feedback and coaching to security staff and managers to improve their security competencies and performance.
  • Developing and maintaining security training policies, procedures, standards, and best practices
  • Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, such as senior management, security operations, human resources, compliance, and vendors to ensure alignment and coordination of security training initiatives.
  • Researching and staying updated on the latest security trends, technologies, regulations, and best practices
  • Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 500 employees each year.

Security Site Manager

Prosec
Beirut
02.2022 - 05.2023

Responsible for overseeing the security operations and personnel. In charge of developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure the safety and protection of the site, its assets, and its occupants. Some of the responsibilities are:

  • Recruiting, training, and supervising security officers and guards.
  • Planning and coordinating security operations for specific events or situations.
  • Reviewing reports on incidents and breaches and conducting investigations.
  • Creating and maintaining security documentation and records.
  • Analysing data and trends to identify and mitigate security risks and threats.
  • Collaborating with other managers, stakeholders, and external agencies to ensure compliance with security standards and regulations.
  • Managing budgets and expenses for security operations and equipment.
  • Supervised team of 150 security personnel during shift.

Security & Safety Manager

Marriott Hotels & Resort
Beirut
02.2015 - 07.2021

Direct and coordinate the activities of all security personnel, including recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating their performance.

  • Plan and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols for the hotel, and ensure that they are followed by all staff and guests.
  • Monitor and review security reports, incidents, and breaches, and conduct investigations and corrective actions as needed.
  • Create and maintain security documentation and records, such as logs, manuals, emergency plans, and risk assessments.
  • Collaborate with hotel management, departments, and external agencies to ensure alignment and coordination of security initiatives and objectives.
  • Manage the security budget, resources, and equipment, and ensure that they are adequate and efficient.
  • Conduct regular security audits, inspections, and drills to evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of security measures and systems.
  • Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, regulations, and best practices, and implement improvements as necessary.
  • Developed and implemented company procedures that reduced job site accidents 30%

Security Manager

Rotana Hotels
Beirut
01.2006 - 07.2010

Direct and coordinate the activities of all security personnel, including recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating their performance

  • Plan and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols for the hotel, and ensure that they are followed by all staff and guests
  • Monitor and review security reports, incidents, and breaches, and conduct investigations and corrective actions as needed
  • Create and maintain security documentation and records, such as logs, manuals, emergency plans, and risk assessments
  • Collaborate with hotel management, departments, and external agencies to ensure alignment and coordination of security initiatives and objectives
  • Manage the security budget, resources, and equipment, and ensure that they are adequate and efficient
  • Conduct regular security audits, inspections, and drills to evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of security measures and systems
  • Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, regulations, and best practices, and implement improvements as necessary

Assistant Security Manager

MEA Hospital
Beirut
01.2003 - 05.2006
  • Assist the security manager in coordinating and supervising the activities of all security personnel, including recruiting, training, evaluating, and disciplining them
  • Assist in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and protocols for the hospital, and ensure that they are followed by all staff and visitors
  • Monitor and review security reports, incidents, and breaches, and conduct investigations and corrective actions as needed
  • Create and maintain security documentation and records, such as logs, manuals, emergency plans, and risk assessments
  • Collaborate with hospital management, departments, and external agencies to ensure alignment and coordination of security initiatives and objectives
  • Manage the security budget, resources, and equipment, and ensure that they are adequate and efficient
  • Conduct regular security audits, inspections, and drills to evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of security measures and systems
  • Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, regulations, and best practices, and implement improvements as necessary

Security Supervisor

Virgin Megastore
Beirut
01.2000 - 02.2003
  • Direct and coordinate the activities of all security personnel, including recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating their performance
  • Plan and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols for the mall, and ensure that they are followed by all staff and customers
  • Monitor and review security reports, incidents, and breaches, and conduct investigations and corrective actions as needed
  • Create and maintain security documentation and records, such as logs, manuals, emergency plans, and risk assessments
  • Collaborate with mall management, tenants, and external agencies to ensure alignment and coordination of security initiatives and objectives
  • Manage the security budget, resources, and equipment, and ensure that they are adequate and efficient
  • Conduct regular security audits, inspections, and drills to evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of security measures and systems
  • Stay updated on the latest security trends, technologies, regulations, and best practices, and implement improvements as necessary

Education

High School Diploma -

Saint Georges
Lebanon
04.2001 -

Skills

    Security Management

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Certification

IOSH Managing Safely

Timeline

Security Management

07-2023

CPR/AED/First Aid

07-2023

IOSH Managing Safely

06-2023

Fire Fighting Standard NFPA

06-2023

Fire Safety - Essential Concepts Prevention & Control

06-2023

Security Training & Development Manager

FIST Security & Safety
05.2023 - Current

Security Site Manager

Prosec
02.2022 - 05.2023

COVID-19 Contact Tracing

08-2020

Global Safety & Security Training Academy

10-2017

NEBOSH Management of international health and safety

02-2017

Security & Safety Manager

Marriott Hotels & Resort
02.2015 - 07.2021

Security Manager

Rotana Hotels
01.2006 - 07.2010

Assistant Security Manager

MEA Hospital
01.2003 - 05.2006

High School Diploma -

Saint Georges
04.2001 -

Security Supervisor

Virgin Megastore
01.2000 - 02.2003
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